Job Title: Team Lead, Compliance
Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- As a Compliance Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our company operates in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, conducting audits, and providing guidance to employees on compliance matters.
- Your role is vital in safeguarding our company’s reputation, minimizing risk, and maintaining ethical business practices.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive compliance program to ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations applicable to our industry and assess their impact on the organization.
- Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and potential risks.
- Review and update internal policies and procedures to align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
- Provide guidance and training to employees on compliance-related matters, including ethics, anti-corruption, data privacy, and other relevant topics.
- Investigate and respond to compliance concerns, incidents, and violations, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate disciplinary actions if necessary.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, finance, human resources, and operations, to ensure compliance requirements are integrated into business processes and practices.
- Maintain records of compliance activities, including audit findings, remedial actions, and employee training records.
- Prepare and submit reports to management, regulatory agencies, and external auditors, as required.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in compliance, and proactively recommend enhancements to the compliance program.
- Develop and foster a culture of compliance throughout the organization by promoting ethical behavior, transparency, and accountability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification in compliance is a plus.
- 2 – 5 years relevant work experience.
- Proven experience in a compliance role, preferably in a regulated industry.
- Thorough knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards (e.g., anti-corruption, data protection, financial regulations).
- Strong understanding of compliance frameworks and risk management principles.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify compliance gaps and propose effective solutions.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver compliance training and awareness programs to diverse audiences.
- Experience conducting compliance audits and investigations.
- Proficient in using compliance management software and other relevant tools.
- High ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to promoting a culture of compliance within the organization.
Salary
N100,000 – N120,000 Monthly.
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Deadline: July 2, 2023